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These are the types of candidates getting invited in the most recent Canadian Experience Class draws

Since August of this year, Express Entry’s Canadian Experience Class (CEC) program has replicated the same draw: 1,000 invitations to apply (ITAs) delivered to candidates with Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) scores of either 533 or 534 points. Foreign nationals seeking Canadian permanent residence through Express Entry’s CEC program may be wondering what it takes to […]

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Canada advances carbon markets, methane reductions, clean energy partnerships, and international adaptation at COP30

Canada’s recently announced Climate Competitiveness Strategy includes a renewed commitment to strengthening industrial carbon markets, one of the most effective tools we have to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. At COP30, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced Canada’s intention to join the Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets—a partnership with states such as the United Kingdom, France, and Singapore that are supporting investments and creating jobs in the rapidly growing global clean economy.

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Canada and Sweden to Reaffirm Support for Ukraine During State Visit

Monday, November 17, 2025 – The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will welcome Their Majesties King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia of Sweden at a Canada-Sweden event highlighting both countries’ strong and enduring support for Ukraine’s resilience. Minister Anand will participate in a joint discussion with Sweden’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Business and Industry, Ebba Busch, alongside representatives of the Ukrainian-Canadian community.  

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Minister Sidhu welcomes German Navy $1-billion purchase of Canadian combat management system

The Honourable Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade, today welcomed the signature of the Canadian Commercial Corporation’s (CCC) government-to-government (G2G) contract with Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support to equip the German Navy with Lockheed Martin Canada’s combat management system CMS 330.

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Backgrounder: New investments in the Philippines and ASEAN Region

Canada is investing over $76.45 million in 12 new projects in the Philippines and the region that will strengthen climate resilience, improve health outcomes, and foster inclusive economic growth. Canada is working to expand trade and investment ties, recognizing the Indo-Pacific region—and the Philippines in particular—as central to its efforts to build mutual prosperity and economic resilience.

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Improving rural transit in Simcoe County

Providing effective public transit solutions to Canadians living in rural and remote locations enhances productivity and helps make their communities stronger. Through the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF), the Government of Canada is supporting communities across the country to meet their unique transit needs. The federal government and the County of Simcoe are investing more than $4.8 million combined towards improved public transit.

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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Quebec

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity.

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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces judicial appointments in the province of British Columbia

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointments under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity.

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Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Saskatchewan

The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016. This process emphasizes transparency, merit, and the diversity of the Canadian population, and will continue to ensure the appointment of jurists who meet the highest standards of excellence and integrity.